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Holding things up…

Wednesday, April 9, 2014


I cannot tell you how many times I've wanted to take this silly photograph!  There are about 50 other snaps of Soldier Boy and myself holding up and knocking down the Leaning Tower of Pisa, but I figured I'd spare you and only post a couple of them here!  

Anywho… our Spring break started out in Pisa!  It's a super crumbly city (and really… Italy is the only country I've ever visited where buildings crumble quite so elegantly, although I think that Slovakia is a close second) and was a bit scary with lots of street vendors up in our faces, but I really enjoyed seeing the Leaning Tower.  It's just another one of those landmarks that you know about growing up and I, at least, never thought I'd actually see in person, but am happy to check it off the list!  

Since the tower is just about all we could find to do in Pisa, we hopped in the car and zoomed over to Cinque Terre, which we were close to on our great European Road trip last summer, but we didn't make it all the way over.  

I tell ya… the sea is like an automatic recharge button for my soul.  I don't need to go into it, but just to sit and stare at it is enough to refresh my mind.  Also… stray cats make me happy… and yes… I did pick up the one in the photo below, much to Soldier Boy's dismay.

… and so… now I shall say "arrivederci" until next time!  












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39 comments on "Holding things up… "
  1. You look amazing!
    And you pictures really make want to travel!

    www.bstylevoyage.blogspot.com
    xx

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    1. Thank you very much! Traveling definitely makes me happy!

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  2. Ah it looks like so much fun! It is definitely on my bucket list to take one of these photos! Hope you had a good time!

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    x

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    1. It was very fulfilling to be able to cross this one off of my bucket list! Thank you!

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  3. Your pics are absolutely amazing, I'm jealous! Loving your outfit in the Leaning Tower pic!

    <3, Pamela
    sequinsandseabreezes.blogspot.com

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  4. fun clicks :)

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  5. Italy is beautiful! Great pictures! And that gelato looks fantastic!!!! You are so blessed to be able to visit so many beautiful places. Enjoy!

    Des | Simple Charm Beauty

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    1. It was delicious, thank you! I am definitely trying not to take for granted the fact that I'm able to visit so many amazing places!

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  6. You look so lovely. I love your sightseeing outfit!
    xo,
    May

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  7. Omg Sig! Amazing photos and I am incredibly jealous. You look so glamorous in that maxi!

    p.s. I ALWAYS show stray animals some love on my travels too, much to everyone's dismay and possible rabies, etc. Wonderful photos!

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    1. Rabies, schmabies! Lol... I can't say no to a little animal snuggle!

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  8. Awesome photograph <3
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  9. Silly but adorable. Italy is fantastic but I never liked Pisa.

    / Avy
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    1. Pisa was simply a stop because of the tower... there are definitely other places in the country that I prefer!

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  10. Love it love it!!!


    your skirt is amazing!!

    http://thefoshs.blogspot.mx/2014/04/white-is-our-new-bff.html

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  11. Aw y'all are so cute! And ps I need skirt in my closet asap!

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    1. I think it would be perfect for you! It's so comfy and I have lots of ideas on how to style it next!

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  12. LOL! Great shots! And I'm lovin' the blue maxi as well.
    Debbie
    www.fashionfairydust.blogspot.com

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  13. Yes, I have heard how pushy Italians can be--wait. I have Italian in me. I know firsthand. ;) Love the Leaning Tower shots. And your skirt!

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    1. Te he... most of the Italians were very kind and dealt with me attempting to speak their language (though I have very little background with the language)!

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  14. Amazing snapshots! I really want to take a picture like this too haha and the cat is just too cute!!
    Have a nice day xx

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    1. The cat was so sweet! Soldier Boy was so ticked that I picked it up, but it was purring up a storm!

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  15. Wow looks like you're having the most amazing time. I love that first pic! xx

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    1. It was fabulous! I'd always wanted to take a photo like the first one!

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  16. These pictures are very fun!

    Xo
    Bibi

    www.bibigoeschic.com

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  17. Looks amazing! Great blog you have, keep posted girl!

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  18. Gorgeous photos, and a lovely outfit too! Italy is definitely on our "to visit" list! I'm the same about the sea; it seems to calm the mind and time seems to stand still while you just sit and listen to the waves. xxx
    The Jolly Fashionista

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    1. You have got to get to Italy! It's such a beautiful country!

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  19. Too envious, looks like you're having so much fun! Love the outfit that protects you from the cold but still stays so chic! x

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    1. Thank you! It was a bit chilly and I wish I'd worn my boots on this day, but I wouldn't trade that maxi skirt for the world! There's something about the swish of fabric around legs that I just love!

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